Emergency Police Dispatcher — Irving (Shift Work)

National Public Safety Careers; Irving (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Irving, Illinois. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police calls, documenting locations and hazards, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies from a security-conscious dispatch desk.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level may provide training.
• Prior dispatch work and certifications may be required for experienced roles.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct required records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and protect restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude tests

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers for Irving, Illinois. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency police calls, documenting locations and hazards, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies from a security-conscious dispatch desk.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdiction geography.